Therapy In-Person in Plainview & Online Across NY
Feel less overwhelmed.
Think more clearly.
Live the way you want to.
You’re here because you’re exhausted by living in your own head.
And the things you used to do to tune out the noise aren’t working anymore.
But how do you even begin changing things when you’ve gotten so used to living this way?
Your thoughts are constantly running, second-guessing your choices, or pulling you in a thousand different directions—and you’re tired. You didn’t think you’d still be fighting these battles with yourself at this point in your life, and there’s a lingering sense of guilt that you “should” have it more together or be further along by now. Maybe you have no idea what could actually help you feel better, but you do know that how you’ve been coping so far is creating more problems than relief.
Maybe you are…
Spending most of your day stuck in your head—replaying conversations, running through worst-case scenarios, and feeling on high alert even when nothing specific is “wrong.”
Using food, alcohol, or substances to take the edge off, shut your mind down, or get through the day—only to feel regret, shame, or worry afterward.
Constantly thinking about food, your body, or what you “should” or “shouldn’t” eat, even when you’re trying to focus on other things.
Saying “yes” when you mean “no”, putting other people first, and then feeling resentful, drained, or disconnected from yourself.
Always looking for reassurance, because it’s hard to trust your own decisions or know whether you’re handling things the “right” way.
Going through the motions of your work, relationships, or responsibilities while privately feeling overwhelmed, guilty, and unsure why you can’t snap out of it.
So worried what others think of you that you question and doubt yourself, and don’t feel confident in your own choices.
Hi, I’m Gerarda.
I’m curious about your story—and about how things could feel better than they do right now.
With over three decades of experience, I’ve learned that people's struggles and reactions almost always make sense in the context of their lives. The way you think, react, or cope isn’t random—and it isn’t a character flaw. It’s something you learned along the way to get through what you were dealing with, and it may be a signal that something specific needs attention and care. Once we understand why it developed, it becomes easier to stop blaming yourself and start making more intentional choices.
When we sit down together, I’m paying close attention: listening for what’s underneath your frustration, worry, or fear, and helping you put words to what feels garbled or hard to explain. I want our sessions to feel thoughtful and real, but not heavy all the time—there’s room for honesty, perspective, and even a bit of humor when it’s appropriate. Clients have often told me they leave our sessions feeling a little lighter (even if we haven’t solved everything yet), because what was confusing before starts to come into focus, and they have a clearer sense of what to do next.
I’m in this with you.
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You often feel on edge, end up falling into worry spirals, or lie awake because of racing thoughts you can’t turn off—even when things are technically “fine.” Making even the smallest decisions feels exhausting, and it’s hard to know which thoughts to trust and which ones are your anxiety talking. Together, we’ll focus on understanding what’s driving these cycles, so you can move through your days with more self-trust and less second-guessing.
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Your substance of choice—maybe alcohol or marijuana—is the thing that’s reliably been able to quiet your thoughts, lower your stress levels, or give you some distance from how you’re feeling. Maybe it still brings some short-term relief, but it’s also started to affect your relationships, your work, or how you feel about yourself. In therapy, we look at what this substance is doing for you, and find other ways to get the support you need so you can make choices you feel good about.
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The topics of food, weight, and your body take up far more mental space than you want them to. It affects every choice you make, and you’re starting to feel less like you’re in control of your eating habits and more like they’re in control of you. This work helps us understand the role food has come to play in your life, so it’s possible to develop a healthier, more flexible relationship with eating—and with yourself.
Let’s get started.
A clearer head and less chaotic life are possible.
Schedule a free consultation by clicking here. On this brief call, we’ll discuss what’s led you to seek therapy and I can answer any questions you have about working together. If we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule your first session. I offer sessions in person at my office in Plainview and virtually across New York. I look forward to hearing your story.